How to Choose the Best Group Health Insurance Plan
No one wants nor plans to get injured or sick, but we all know for sure that we will need to seek medical assistance at some point in our lives, for which group health insurance plans can be the answer for some people. That can be a stressful experience in more ways than one. The […]
Herd Immunity from COVID-19: Reachable Reality or Elusive Dream?
Herd immunity is a form of indirect protection or immunization from an otherwise contagious disease. It happens when a large portion of a certain population becomes immune to infection. This usually occurs through vaccination or prior infection. Now, the raging question of 2020 is, can we get herd immunity from COVID-19? The answer is still […]
Missing Friends and Family Who’ve Recently Recovered from COVID-19? Find Out When You Can Meet Them
The number of cases of COVID-19 is still on an upward trajectory in almost all parts of the world. However, the good news is, a lot of people are recovering and getting back to their normal lives after contracting the contagious disease. There’s a high chance that your family member or someone close to you […]
How to Make the Most of Your Online Therapy Sessions During COVID-19
Online therapy is proving to be an effective and valuable support system in this time of crisis. Here are a few tips for making the most out of online therapy during COVID-19. A comfy place at the right time In order to immerse yourself fully in the process to get the desired results out of […]
Lupus and COVID-19: Here’s What You Need To Know
A chronic autoimmune disease, lupus is a condition in which the immune system attacks its tissues and organs. Approximately five million people all over the world are said to be suffering from this disease, 90% of whom are women. Since the immune system of people with Lupus is considerably weak owing to several medical reasons, […]
Stressing About Coronavirus and Unable to Sleep? Here Are 7 Tips That Will Help You Sleep Better
Is the coronavirus stress taking a toll on your mental health? Has it affected your sleep cycle? Don’t worry, we have just the right set of remedies for you and FYI, not worrying is the first step. Here’s what you need to do: Meditate: Meditating before bed will help you relax and let go of […]
COVID-19: Are My Clothes and Shoes the Potential Carriers of the Virus? Here’s What Experts Say
According to various studies published by the leading research journals like the New England Journal of Medicine and institutions like John Hopkins University, the COVID-19 can live on a number of surfaces. Plastic, steel, fabrics, to name a few. Shoe soles of healthcare workers are also a safe home for this virus! However, it is […]
Social Anxiety: 4 Effective Tips for Dealing With It Post-Quarantine
Life post-quarantine can be daunting for a lot of people living with social anxiety. While the mass lockdowns that ensued after the breakout of the coronavirus pandemic were worrisome for many of us, triggering anxiety and depression in a number of people, the idea of getting back to normal might be even more intimidating. As […]
COVID-19 Vaccine: How Long Will It Take To Find a Cure?
In this time of crisis, the whole world is expectantly looking towards scientists all around the world to find a COVID vaccine to cure this deadly virus. This viral pandemic has claimed 400,000 lives with more than 7M people affected worldwide. Even with many protective measures all around the world, this virus doesn’t seem to […]
The What and How of Telemedicine
What is Telemedicine? Simply put, telemedicine is long-distance healthcare. It is the delivery of healthcare services in general from afar or from some remote area. In the 1950s, telemedicine truly started. This is when the healthcare workers first started to share knowledge about various health conditions via telephone. Initially, it was usually limited to seeking […]